Euphoria?

In my research, I've found references to a "euphoric" feeling in the hypomanic phases of cyclothymia. They say it's an "unusually good or happy feeling." I don't know if I'm making it out to be more than it is, but isn't "aggressive or hostile behavior" also a part of the hypomanic phase? How can you have both at the same time?

Hi again Ollie!
What oxymoronic symptoms, yeah?!? Euphoria with Dr. Jeckal Mr. Hyde tendencies during hypomania... Aaaah heck, I'd say especially if you're female and have hormones to contend with... Watch out for the luteal phase aka ovulation and pre menses! Yay us!! Our symptoms are exacerbated!! Fathom THAT!! Page 6 in the cyclo book outlines the symptoms of hypomania: elevated, overly gregarious or irritable mood; increased self-esteem, grandiosity; reduced need for sleep feeling rested with only a few hours of sleep; increased talkativeness, feeling pressure to keep talking; racing thoughts, continuous stream of ideas that may be fragmentary; being easily distracted; increase in activity that is goal oriented; being overly involved in pleasurable activities that are potentially risky or could have painful consequences.

When hypomanic, gregarious and outgoing, can come across as very charming, warm, inviting, people drawn to our energy and self confidence... At the same time, we often experience feelings of irritability annoyance or frustration in addition to the symptoms above. We may be quick tempered, react hastily, display occasional outburst of anger, even over small things. Friends and family may regard us as moody, unreliable. and unpredictable. (this is all entirely off of page 6!!!) pretty fascinating stuff!!) I personally would get pretty aggressive And confrontational if I felt passionately about an issue and people "dared" to disagree with me! The author goes on to say that many people with cyclothymia choose not to go on medication because they enjoy the positive effects, the euphoric feelings of hypomania. I feel most creative, most productive, but I hate that my brain won't turn off. My thoughts keep racing, my mouth rambles on and on... But the flambouyant actress in me is magnetic and captivating and my ego takes over! It's quite scary, really. I much prefer how medication keeps me centered so the highs aren't so high and the lows aren't so low. But yeah, euphoria???? Then why the beastie??? It's the very nature of the disorder hence the root name of "BI"polar, I suppose... Not just between, depression and mania, but within the poles there is some kind of yin and yang thing going on... Just my own lil theory.